The name Yosemite conjures images of wild landscapes and beautiful vistas. Because this area of natural beauty is quite simply so spectacular, it’s become a must visit national park in the United States for many travel… See more

Hume Lake is found just an hour to the east of Fresno and offers some dramatic vistas over shimmering water. This huge lake is found within the protected area of Sequoia National Forest – another vast area of pristine wil… See more

Kings Canyon National Park is also found an hour to the east of Fresno, in the towering Sierra Nevada mountain range. The park is known for its huge mountain peaks, and, of course, for the enormous canyon tha… See more

Sequoia National Park is named for the tall sequoia trees that are found throughout the region. Located to the south of Kings Canyon, this is an easy but rewarding day trip to make from Fresno. The giant forest within the p… See more

Mono Hot Springs is a two-hour journey east of Fresno and situated in the beautiful surrounds of the Sierra National Forest. These natural hot springs offer a relaxing retreat away from city life; you can bathe in the geother… See more